Treatment for arthrosis is done with the practice of physical exercises, use of supplements or medicines, physiotherapy or infiltration in the affected joint, to help reduce pain and stiffness, or even surgery.
Arthrosis, also known as osteoarthritis, is the wear of the knee joint cartilage, hip, spine, shoulder, for example, causing symptoms such as pain, swelling, rigidity and difficulty performing movements.
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Treatment for arthrosis should be done with guidance from the orthopedist or rheumatologist with the aim of relieving symptoms, avoiding the evolution of the disease and improving the quality of life.
10 Treatments for Arthrosis
The main treatments for arthrosis are:
1. Practice physical exercises
Practicing low -impact exercise, such as swimming, water aerobics or walking, helps relieve pain and reduce the rigidity of the affected joint.
In addition, it is recommended to do muscle stretching and strengthening exercises
2. Lose weight
Losing weight is also important for the treatment of arthrosis, as it avoids joint overload, especially in the cases of knee arthrosis, hip, ankle, foot or back.
Thus, it is recommended to follow up with nutritionist to perform a balanced and hypocaloric diet, which should be associated with physical exercise.
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3. Do physical therapy
Physiotherapy for arthrosis is done by the physiotherapist with specific exercises of stretching and muscle strengthening, as well as the application of heat or ice pockets and joint mobilization exercises.
This prevents cartilage from being even more destroyed, increasing intra-articular space, helping to reduce pain and rigidity of the joint. Get to know some arthrosis exercises in the knee.
Bicycle riding, walking on the treadmill and pilates are also good options for when there is no pain to maintain the force, being useful to reduce early return of symptoms.
4. Use supplements
The use of supplements, such as glucosamine and chondroitin, can be indicated by the doctor because it improves lubrication of the joint, slows the degenerative and inflammatory process of the cartilage and decreases the pain and limitation of movements.
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In addition, type 2 collagen supplement can also be indicated as it helps reduce cartilage degeneration. See how to use collagen.
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Remedies for arthrosis are mainly painkillers and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as acetaminumol, acetylsalicylic acid, ibuprofen or naproxen, as they help relieve joint pain and swelling.
In some cases, the doctor may also indicate the use of oral, antidepressant corticosteroids, such as duloxetine, or anticonvulsants, such as pregabaline, for example, to relieve intense pain in the arthrosis joint.
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6. Apply ointments
The application of ointments in the articulation with arthrosis, such as capsaicin ointment or diclofenac gel diethylamia (cataflam emulgel or calminex diclo), can help reduce inflammation by relieving acute pain.
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7. Corticoid infiltration
The infiltration of corticosteroids in the articulation with arthrosis can be done by the doctor in cases of moderate to severe pain that do not improve with the use of oral medicine.
This type of arthrosis treatment usually relieves pain quickly by the potent anti-inflammatory effect of corticosteroids and can last up to 12 weeks.
8. Apply hyaluronic acid
Hyaluronic acid application is also another treatment option for arthrosis indicated by the doctor to relieve moderate to severe pain.
This treatment is done by the doctor applying the injection of hyaluronic acid to the affected joint, which helps to lubricate and cushion the joint, relieving pain.
9. Having surgery
Arthrosis surgery is indicated by the doctor when other treatments were not effective in reducing pain and limitation of joint movement.
This surgery can be done for scraping the affected tissue or for replacement of a part or the entire joint, placing knee or hip prosthesis, for example.
After the procedure the person still needs to do physical therapy for a few more weeks until the fabric is completely healed and there is no need to use crutches or other devices to help the movement and until the person is able to perform their daily activities normally.
10. Self -care for arthrosis
The self -care for arthrosis involve:
- Practice exercise regularly;
- Maintain the proper weight;
- Make an anti-inflammatory diet;
- Keep the body hydrated by drinking at least 2 liters of water day;
- Rest whenever pain in the joints;
- Apply warm or cold compresses to the affected joint;
- Avoid repetitive movements with articulation with arthrosis.
In addition, it is recommended to wear adequate cushioning shoes or orthopedic insoles or even cane, splints, anklets or waves to support the joint, reducing pain.
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Natural treatment for arthrosis
Natural treatment for arthrosis, such as taking off-blockbeline or applying avocado lump extract, can help reduce joint pain as they have anti-inflammatory properties.
These home treatments can be done to complement medical and physical therapy treatment and should not replace them.
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